Connor McDavid makes revealing comments about Sydney Crosby
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In a recent NHL.com article, Connor McDavid spoke about what it will be like to play alongside his idol Sydney Crosby, with both wearing Team Canada's red and white.
It's not every day that one gets the opportunity to stand next to one's idol in pursuit of a common goal. It's the stuff of dreams and legends.
Two Legends, one Idol, one Dream
And make no mistake, both Connor McDavid and Sydney Crosby will have ended their careers as legends, while both now pursue their dream of winning Olympic Gold.
Though usually adversaries, Connor and Sydney were named to Team Canada's preliminary Olympic roster June 16.
«It's nice to answer questions about playing together as opposed to always playing against him,» McDavid said in a recent interview. «With it being the Olympics, the biggest sporting event in the world, and to be able to represent our country and be on a bigger level than just our sport, and to be part of Team Canada as a whole, it's special.
«[Crosby] was my idol growing up. So, to be able to play with him and represent our country together on the biggest stage, it's exciting.»
«[Crosby] was my idol growing up. So, to be able to play with him and represent our country together on the biggest stage, it's exciting.»
Of course, the two had a chance to play together last year at the 4 Nations Face-Off, where McDavid scored the OT goal versus the United States, giving Canadians a taste of what could be when the puck drops on the Winter Olympic games.
The Penguins' legend knows what it's like to play against McDavid and is grateful to be playing with him, instead.
«It's going to be a lot better than playing against him,» Crosby said. «He's so dangerous for so many different reasons, and I had a great time playing with him at 4 Nations. I think everyone is excited to finally be back at the Olympics, and I'm looking forward to the opportunity.»
Crosby is not alone on that one. All Canadians are eager to watch their team battle for Gold.
Crosby is not alone on that one. All Canadians are eager to watch their team battle for Gold.
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